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Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Formby (FBY)

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18

train journeys
per day

247

miles (398 kms)

5hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

05:48 / 23:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Formby (FBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Central and Formby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Central to Formby is approximately 247 miles (398 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 7 mins.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Formby.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone Central to Formby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 3 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Central to Formby Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:48
    5 hrs 19 mins 4 changes
    11:07
    Folkestone Central
    Formby
    Folkestone Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:55
    5 hrs 12 mins 4 changes
    12:07
    Folkestone Central
    Formby
    Folkestone Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:26
    5 hrs 11 mins 4 changes
    12:37
    Folkestone Central
    Formby
    Folkestone Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:58
    5 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    13:07
    Folkestone Central
    Formby
    Folkestone Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:58
    5 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    14:07
    Folkestone Central
    Formby
    Folkestone Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:00
    5 hrs 7 mins 4 changes
    15:07
    Folkestone Central
    Formby
    Folkestone Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:55
    5 hrs 12 mins 4 changes
    16:07
    Folkestone Central
    Formby
    Folkestone Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:58
    5 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    17:07
    Folkestone Central
    Formby
    Folkestone Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:58
    5 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    18:07
    Folkestone Central
    Formby
    Folkestone Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:58
    5 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    19:07
    Folkestone Central
    Formby
    Folkestone Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:58
    5 hrs 10 mins 4 changes
    20:08
    Folkestone Central
    Formby
    Folkestone Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:54
    5 hrs 13 mins 4 changes
    21:07
    Folkestone Central
    Formby
    Folkestone Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:52
    5 hrs 15 mins 4 changes
    22:07
    Folkestone Central
    Formby
    Folkestone Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:58
    5 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    23:22
    Folkestone Central
    Formby
    Folkestone Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:04
    5 hrs 3 mins 4 changes
    00:07
    Folkestone Central
    Formby
    Folkestone Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:59
    11 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    07:07
    Folkestone Central
    Formby
    Folkestone Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:58
    11 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    08:07
    Folkestone Central
    Formby
    Folkestone Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:58
    10 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    09:07
    Folkestone Central
    Formby
    Folkestone Central to Formby

About Folkestone Central Station

Station name Folkestone Central (FKC)
Address Folkestone Central station, Station Approach, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 5HB
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 06:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:10 - 17:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Formby Station

Station name Formby (FBY)
Address Formby station, Kirkland Road, Formby, Merseyside, L37 2JF
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:43 - 00:21
Tuesday 05:43 - 00:21
Wednesday 05:43 - 00:21
Thursday 05:43 - 00:21
Friday 05:43 - 00:21
Saturday 05:43 - 00:21
Sunday 07:58 - 00:21
Monday to Friday 05:38 - 00:21
Saturday 05:38 - 00:21
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone Central and Formby

The travel time between Folkestone Central and Formby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 7 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Central and Formby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:54.

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Amenities on trains between Folkestone Central and Formby can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Folkestone Central & Formby. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Formby.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Folkestone Central and Formby, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.